NewsNight

Deportations begin from Alligator Alcatraz as the Department of Homeland Security starts flights out of the Florida facility. Plus, Governor Ron DeSantis promises more state audits of county and municipal spending.

NewsNight looks at a range of road construction projects throughout Central Florida and what they might mean for the region's congestion hotspots. Plus, officials study data with a view to expanding the hours of SunRail services.

This week on NewsNight, the Big, Beautiful Bill Act could mean changes for Florida's Medicaid program, its enrollees, and local hospitals. And new data from the DeSantis administration show a six percent increase in the number of A-rated schools in Florida despite national figures showing a decline in reading scores in the state over the last two years.

An in-depth look at the controversy over the construction of large-scale immigration detention facilities in Florida, including 'Alligator Alcatraz' in the Everglades, and another at Camp Blanding. Plus, an update on the homelessness situation six months after the implementation of Florida's camping ban.

NewsNight takes an in-depth look at the concerns of workers at Florida's largest hospitality companies amid the changing immigration enforcement landscape under the Trump administration. Plus, a look at plans for a regulated Florida black bear hunting season in December, and next steps in the development of a permanent Pulse memorial.

Following weeks of tense negotiations, Florida lawmakers finally agree on a budget and tax plan. The panel also looks at the debate over the future of Tourist Development Tax revenues and how they should be spent. Plus, President Trump signals a shift in focus for his administration's deportation program.

Concerns emerge over the readiness of FEMA and the National Weather Service as hurricane season gets underway in the Atlantic. The state's flagship university faces uncertainty after the Florida Board of Governors rejects Santa Ono's selection to be the school's next president. Plus, a look at the latest developments at NASA amid questions over future leadership and funding.

As Epic Universe officially opens its doors, tourism industry leaders expect a boost to already record visitor numbers to the state. NewsNight looks at the likely impact of Central Florida's newest theme park on the economy and infrastructure. Plus, Sunshine Corridor plans progress as a study is approved into a Sunrail extension to the airport and the attractions area.

Central Florida arts organizations watch the budget fight in Tallahassee as lawmakers debate spending levels, tax relief, and potential future changes to how Tourist Development Tax revenues can be used. Plus, a look at the growing calls for independent candidates to run in Florida's next gubernatorial election.

This week of NewsNight, President Trump proposes a 24% cut to NASA's budget, putting science programs and the future of the Space Launch System and Orion in doubt. And new polling shows a large majority of Floridians oppose repealing post-Parkland gun laws. Plus, a look at student homelessness in Central Florida.